Egypt Citizenship by Investment
A culturally rich program at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East. Multiple investment routes and access to a fast-growing regional economy.
Program at a Glance
Key facts for the Egypt program
Egypt offers a legislated citizenship route at one of the lower entry points outside the Caribbean, with four distinct options — including a refundable bank deposit that returns your principal after three years. It suits investors who want a foothold at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe rather than a primarily mobility-driven passport.
- Processing time
- ~6–12 months
- Visa-free travel
- ~49–55 destinations
- Minimum investment
- From USD 250,000 (donation)
Figures are indicative and subject to change by the issuing authority. Speak with an Ancova advisor for current pricing, due-diligence requirements, and route-specific eligibility.
Investment routes
Ways to qualify for Egypt
Non-refundable treasury donation
USD 250,000
The lowest entry point and the only fully non-refundable route; funds transferred from abroad in foreign currency.
Real estate
USD 300,000
Purchase of government/state-owned property, held for a minimum of five years.
Business investment
USD 350,000 + USD 100,000 donation
Investment in an Egyptian business plus a separate non-refundable USD 100,000 treasury donation; held five years.
Refundable bank deposit
USD 500,000
An interest-free deposit refundable in local currency after three years — capital is recovered rather than donated.
Eligibility
Who qualifies
- Main applicant aged 18 or over
- Clean criminal record and good standing
- Good health
- All investment funds transferred from outside Egypt in foreign currency (USD)
- Investment maintained for the route's holding period (3 years deposit / 5 years real estate or business)
- Spouse and dependent children may be included; parents in certain cases
The process
From brief to passport
- 1
Engagement & due diligence prep
Retain an authorised advisor, select the route, and compile documentation including source-of-funds evidence.
- 2
Make the qualifying investment
Transfer the required USD amount from abroad into the designated channel — donation, property, business, or deposit.
- 3
Submit application & pay fees
File the citizenship application with supporting documents and pay the government processing fee (firms cite ~USD 10,000; confirm current figure).
- 4
Government review & approval
Authorities conduct background and security checks; processing typically takes 6–12 months.
- 5
Citizenship & passport
On approval, citizenship is granted and the Egyptian passport issued to the applicant and included family.
Why Egypt
What this passport unlocks for the principal and family
Low formal entry point
At USD 250,000 (non-refundable donation), Egypt is one of the lower-cost formal CBI routes outside the Caribbean.
Refundable capital route
The USD 500,000 bank deposit is refundable after three years (local currency, no interest), letting investors recover principal.
Strategic regional hub
At the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, with Suez Canal trade access and a large domestic market.
Dual citizenship; no residence requirement
Investors need not reside in Egypt, and Egypt allows holding multiple nationalities.
Visa-free highlights
- Jordan
- Hong Kong
- Malaysia
- Regional & Asian destinations
Advisory Approach
Discreet, compliance-led guidance from brief to passport.
The Egypt route is reviewed against your family profile, existing nationalities, source-of-funds documentation, and long-term mobility goals. Ancova coordinates application preparation, due diligence, government liaison, and onward passport issuance.
- Eligibility review tailored to the principal and dependants
- Source-of-funds and source-of-wealth documentation support
- Liaison with approved agents and government channels
- Post-approval handling: oath, passport, and onward planning
This page is general information for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, financial, or immigration advice. Investment thresholds, processing times, and program terms change; confirm the current details with a qualified Ancova adviser before acting.
Everything You Need to Know
Need more clarity? Our team is here to provide tailored guidance and support.
The non-refundable USD 250,000 donation to the public treasury is the lowest entry point.
Yes. The USD 500,000 bank deposit is refundable in local currency after three years, without interest. The USD 250,000 donation and the USD 100,000 business-route donation are non-refundable.
Typically 6 to 12 months from application to citizenship grant.
No. There is no physical residence requirement, but the investment must be held for the route's period (3 years deposit, 5 years real estate or business).
Yes — a spouse and dependent children, with parents in some circumstances. Confirm current dependent rules with an advisor.
Yes — a government processing fee (firms cite ~USD 10,000 per application) plus professional and legal fees. Verify the current amount before applying.
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